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Originally Posted by IndySam
One of the things that strikes me when I see this map is the great big hole with Memphis in the center. looks like a great place for a new regional.
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Originally Posted by IKE
I concur. Before seeing your statement, I zoomed in on Memphis, but I think Nashville might be a better spot initially, and then Memphis & Louisville in a year or so.
Of course, you could just as easily make an argument for Memphis first, followed by a Nashville, then Louisville approach.
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The issue is venue. Before the Knoxville regional started the original plan was to do it in Memphis, but there is a complete lack of appropriate venues. The only place that is suited is FedEx Forum, but it's location (right on Beale street) is not exactly where you want to let a bunch of high school kids out on Friday and Saturday night.
Nashville has better venues but not the density of teams.